Interior design trends are always transforming and evolving with the rhythm of life. In addition, they reflect and update with new materials, new technologies, as well as lifestyles or user habits. Let’s join KHATRA in exploring the top 10 creative interior design trends that showcase homeowners’ refined aesthetic tastes.
1. Using Dark Tones – Matte Black
A black painted wall section will bring an extremely interesting visual effect to the home. However, it is essential to consider taking advantage of as much natural light as possible when applying this design technique.
Figure 1: Maximizing natural light in matte black design
Figure 2: Matte black paired with wood grain patterns is an absolute perfect choice
If you are still hesitant about a black wall, you can also use black floor tiles or combine black-toned furniture such as dining table sets, black wall sconces… to increase color contrast as well as add deep, impressive depth to the apartment.
Figure 3: Combining black floor tiles with matte black bathroom fixtures
2. JAPANDI Style
If the trend of previous years was the Scandinavian style, this year’s interior design trend is JAPANDI—a fusion between Japanese (Japan) and Scandinavian styles, with the primary design language being MINIMALISM + COZINESS.
This style is a combination of the modern rustic charm of Scandinavian designs with the traditional elegance of Japanese style and wabi-sabi design principles.
It is very simple to apply the JAPANDI style by combining: Natural elements (natural wood, greenery, raw and simple materials, etc.) and Neutral color tones.
Figure 4: Some design ideas and furniture pieces in JAPANDI style
3. Curved Furniture
Similar to the 2018 sofa models, armchairs and wooden chairs will retain raw, rustic lines to match new decorating trends that lean toward closeness to nature.
Adorn your home with a curved sofa or an armchair in striking blue, coral, or pink hues; bold colors and daring shapes are trending in 2019.
Figure 5: Several sofa models with striking colors and shapes
4. Warm Neutral Color Palette
The standout design trend in recent years has been WARMTH + GENTLENESS, and this year’s prominent color is the classic neutral Beige (cream, beige). This is the perfect color tone to make any space warmer and more serene than ever, helping to dispel the fatigue and bustle of daily life.
Figure 6: A gentle, calming space in beige tones
Beige evokes a sense of relaxation; furthermore, as a neutral shade, beige pairs well with almost any other color, making it easy to create accents in home decor. You can combine beige with colors like cobalt blue, coral orange, brown, or dark beige.
Figure 7: Combining coral orange and blue furniture with beige living room tones
5. Geometric Concrete
Concrete is one of the favorite materials among many interior designers for use in modern design styles due to its rustic, simplistic, and natural beauty. Moreover, concrete also brings variety in texture and material to your living space.
This year, concrete will be used to create rustic, natural accents for spaces. Try incorporating concrete materials through geometric concrete tiles, flower pots, lamps, small tables, or other decorative accessories.
Figure 8: Several furniture items using concrete materials
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